Akonta mining not engaged in illegal mining – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has jumped to the defence of Akonta Mining Company Limited, claiming that the firm is not engaged in illegal mining popularly known as galamsey.

“I want to assure you all that Akonta Mining is not engaged in any form of illegal mining anywhere in Ghana as we speak,” he insisted.

The Lands Ministry had directed the Forestry Commission to ensure that the company does not carry out any operation in the forest and to take the necessary action against any person found culpable in the matter.

There have been calls for the prosecution of persons running Akonta Mining Limited’s operation in the forest reserve.

In fact, the issue of the mining company is presently before the Special Prosecutor for investigation.

The Media Coalition Against Galamsey recently revived its calls for the arrest and prosecution of directors and officers of Akonta Mining Limited for their alleged involvement in the illegality.

George Akuffo Dampare to carry out swift investigations into the alleged illegal mining activities by Akonta Mining.